Neck Lift in San Diego | Restore a Youthful Neck Contour

A neck lift is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the neck to address age-related wrinkling and creasing, providing a smoother and slimmer profile for a more youthful appearance. For patients with significant drooping tissue in their necks, a neck lift delivers optimal results by smoothing the jawline and restoring the longer neck of youth. Also known as platysmaplasty, a neck lift addresses excess fat, double chin and sagging neck tissue.

Benefits of a Neck Lift

• Eliminates double chin and "turkey wattle"
• Removes jowls and sagging jawline
• Tightens loose neck muscles
• Reduces vertical neck bands
• Smooths neck wrinkles
• Minimal visible scarring
• Short recovery time

Ideal Candidates

The best candidates for a neck lift in San Diego are non-smokers in generally good health with realistic expectations about the outcome. People with sagging and/or wrinkling of the neck can benefit significantly from this procedure.

The Neck Lift Procedure

A neck lift procedure typically takes a few hours and can be performed under intravenous sedation. Dr. Malone carefully lifts the neck muscles and removes excess skin and fat before closing the hidden incisions. The procedure may be combined with other facial rejuvenation treatments for more comprehensive results.

Recovery and Results

Recovery from a neck lift usually takes several weeks, with most patients returning to work after one week. Initial swelling and bruising subsides within a couple weeks. Patients should keep their head elevated and avoid turning their head for the first few weeks. Final results reveal a smoother, more youthful neck contour.

Schedule a Consultation

To learn if a neck lift is right for you, schedule a personalized consultation with Dr. Melanie Malone in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Malone will evaluate your unique facial anatomy and develop a customized treatment plan to help you achieve natural-looking facial rejuvenation.

Contact Dr. Melanie Malone for neck lift surgery in San Diego today!